2004 Nissan 350z problems
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Common 2004 Nissan 350z problems
The Nissan 350Z 2004 is known for several common problems that affect its performance and reliability. Here are some of the most frequently reported issues based on complaints from owners:
- Worn Fuel Damper: Many owners of 2003 to 2009 Nissan 350Zs have reported worn fuel dampers that cause ticking noises. This issue can occur while the engine is idling and can also cause the airbag warning light to turn on. A faulty fuel damper can produce a ticking noise, and replacing it on both sides can resolve the problem.
- Engine Problems: The 2005 Nissan 350Z has several engine-related problems, including stalling, excessive oil consumption, crankshaft and camshaft sensor failure, and tapping noises coming from the engine bay. Some owners have reported hearing their engine knocking at 40,000 miles, which is often dismissed as normal. These issues can affect the car's performance and reliability, and in some cases, may require expensive repairs.
- Timing Chain Guide and Tensioner Failure: The timing chain guide and tensioner in the 2004 Nissan 350Z can fail, causing the engine to stall while driving. These components are located in the front and back of the engine and can be replaced easily with a 10-millimeter bolt and connector. A faulty timing chain guide and tensioner can cause the engine to stall, and replacing them can fix the issue .
- Faulty Fuel Damper: A faulty fuel damper can cause loud ticking noises, especially when the engine is idling. This issue can be resolved by replacing the fuel damper, which is a simple fix. However, it is essential to ensure that the noise is not coming from the timing chain, which can also produce a ticking noise .
- Rear Wheel Hub Bearings: The rear wheel hub bearings in the 2004 Nissan 350Z can wear out, causing a howling or humming noise from the rear of the vehicle. This noise may change pitch from turning left to right, and the wheel may have play when raised up and shaken. Replacing the hub bearings can fix this issue .
In conclusion, the 2004 Nissan 350Z has several common problems that affect its performance and reliability. These issues include throttle body problems, worn fuel dampers, engine problems, timing chain guide and tensioner failure, faulty fuel damper, and rear wheel hub bearings. While some of these issues can be resolved with simple repairs, others may require more extensive and expensive fixes. It is essential to be aware of these common problems when buying or owning a 2004 Nissan 350Z to ensure its longevity and performance.
Is 2004 350Z reliable?
This is an affordable sports car that is fun to drive. This is a well made vehicle that is reliable. Being a sports car the ride is a bit stiff, but it handles well, is predictable, and easy to control.
What is the most common problem with a 350Z?
Problem: The Nissan 350Z is known for having weak paintwork. This is the case especially around the bumper, fuel filler cap and the bonnet areas. When the paint gets chipped it usually leads to rust.
What year 350Z is reliable?
Short and simple: Shoot for an 07-08, but don't dismay if you can't. Really solid and reliable platform. The VQ engine is nearly bulletproof, just keep the oil topped off, some can eat a wee bit of oil overtime, mainly 03-06 (DE and Rev-up DE). Trans for 03-06 have known synchro issues, but few and far between.
How many miles can a 2004 Nissan 350Z last?
Longevity really depends on the use case, as well as maintenance and how well the owner has taken care of the vehicle. Generally speaking, You can expect a Nissan 350Z to last around 250,000 miles on average, provided the vehicle is serviced regularly and maintained properly.
2004 Nissan 350z car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan 350z problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Tires problems
- Suspension problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2004 Nissan 350z vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2004 Nissan 350z
The NHTSA has received 143 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2004 Nissan 350z. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2004 Nissan 350z vehicles.
2024-04-24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-20
- VIN: JN1AZ34E84T
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2004 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, after stepping away from the vehicle, the contact was alerted by his passenger that there was a fuel leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the passenger was alerted by the odor of gasoline. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump filler neck needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.
2022-02-03
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-10
- VIN: JN1AZ36AX4T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag light came on for no reason, has never come on before. No accidents, fender bender, no bumps. Shop read an error code of B1129. Checked right passenger SRS seat connections as code suggests and reset the light. Light came back on in two days. Shop says airbag may not deploy and can not determine the exact cause. could easily cost over a $1000 to fix depending on issue. Airbags should not have issues like this. Nissan already has a service campaign for the same issue on later model 350Z. Please encourage Nissan to include the 2004 model as well. From all my research into resolving this issue, I can see there are a lot of other 350Z owners affected as well. Please help us. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2021-09-15
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-13
- VIN: jn1az36a64t
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact's girlfriend owns a 2004 Nissan 350Z. The contact stated that upon refueling the gas tank, a large amount of gasoline began to leak out from the gas tank and underneath the vehicle. The contact also stated that upon entering the vehicle, a strong fuel odor began to emit from the vehicle. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to his home. The contact called the dealer and they informed him that there were no recalls on the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V555000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
2020-01-19
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-15
- VIN: JN1AZ36A74T
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I PURCHASED 4 NEW TIRES FOR MY 2004 NISSAN 350Z, THEY ARE THE FALKEN PRO G5 SPORT A/S TIRES P225/45R18 ON THE FRONT. 245/45/R18 ON THE REAR ON 2/06/19 THE MILEAGE IN WAS 16,292. ON 1/15/20 I TOOK THE CAR OUT AND THE CAR WAS BOUNCING ALL OVER THE ROAD, I TOOK IT BACK TO DISCOUNT TIRES IN LAS VEGAS NEVADA ON THAT SAME DAY AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE BALANCE OF THE TIRES. WHEN THE TECHNICIAN TRIED TO BALANCE THE TIRES HE SAID THEY ARE OFF BY OVER 1 OUNCE. ANOTHER TECH CAME AND TRIED TO BALANCE THE TIRES AND FOUND A BULGE ON ALL 4 TIRES AND OPTED TO REPLACE THEM ALL,I ONLY HAD 69 MILES ON THE TIRES! I HAVE TO SAY IN ALL MY YEARS I HAVE NEVER SEEN TIRES DEVELOP BULGES LIKE THESE AND ALL 4 NEEDING REPLACEMENT WITH ONLY 69 MILES ON THEM! I AM VERY NERVOUS WITH THESE TIRES BEING THAT THEY ARE INSTALLED ON A NISSAN 350Z WITH THE POWER THE VEHICLE HAS.
2019-08-14
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE,WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JN1AZ36A94M
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE,WHEELS
- Summary: HELLO, I WAS LEAVING A STOP SIGN BARELY MOVING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN GOING OFF IN MY CAR. BEFORE I COULD GRASP MY NEXT THOUGHT MY CAR FLIPPED COMPLETELY OVER ON ITS SIDE NO TIRES TOUCHING THE GROUND! I HAD TO CRAWL OUT PASSENGER WINDOW . UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE THIS IS WHAT WAS FOUND.
2019-06-20
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-11
- VIN: JN1AZ36A94T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I BOUGHT A 2004 Z350 AND I BOUGHT IT ON MOTHER'S DAY LAST MONTH AND I GOT THE CAR IN THE ABARAT WAS ALREADY ON THE CAR THE LIGHT WAS ALREADY ON WHEN I PURCHASED A CAR FROM A DEALERSHIP AND I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS AGAINST THE LAW TO SELL A CAR WITH THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON.
2019-04-16
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-16
- VIN: JN1AZ36A54T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY CAR LIGHT JUST CAME ON. I NEVER HAD AN ACCIDENT WITH MY CAR SINCE I PURCHASED IT FROM PALM SPRINGS NISSAN. IN 2004
2018-02-20
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-19
- VIN: JN1AZ34D74T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 350Z RECALL. 2004 350Z . ORIGINAL OWNER OF CAR. A COUPLE WEEKS AGO, WHILE DRIVING CAR HESITATED, THEN RESUMED BUT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TCS OFF LIGHT AND SLIP LIGHTS ON, AND REMAINED ON. THIS WEEK WHILE DRIVING 40MPH WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR HESITATED BUT ACTUALLY STALLED. I WAS ABLE TO SOMEWHAT SAFELY PULL TO RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD. AFTER 15 MINUTES OF MAKING SEVERAL PHONECALLS THE CAR JUST STARTED AS IF NOTHING WAS WRONG AND I DROVE IT HOME. TODAY IT STARTED FINE. WHILE ENROUTE TO NISSAN DEALERSHIP SERVICE GARAGE 1 MILE TO GO WHEN AT 70MPH STALLS WHILE IN NEARING FIVE OCLOCK TRAFFIC. THANKFULLY ABLE TO SOMEWHAT SAFELY GET OUT OF DRIVING LANE ONTO SHOULDER WITH STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKE PEDAL INCREASINGLY BECOMING HARDER TO OPERATE, PUT ON FLASHERS AND WAITED. I WAS ABLE TO START AFTER 15 MINUTES WITHOUT ANY ACCIDENTS AND SHAKILY TOOK TO DEALERSHIP.
2017-07-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-20
- VIN: JN1AZ34E24T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT IS ON. CAR TURNS OF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE OPERATING. CAM SHAFT SENSOR WARNING. CAR IS CURRENTLY PARKED OUTSIDE HOME.
2016-06-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-05
- VIN: JN1AZ36A44M
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASH ON 2004 350Z NISSAN. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT LISTED FOR NISSAN AIRBAG RECALL. WITHIN WARRANTY PERIOD THE AIRBAG WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED BY PLANET NISSAN (DEALER LAS VEGAS, NV) IN 2004 OR 2005, NOT SURE OF SPECIFIC DATE. DEALERSHIP SAID IT WASN'T COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BUT THEY WOULD TAKE CARE OF IT.
2015-11-05
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-09-16
- VIN: JN1AZ36A04T
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: HAPPENED IN THE DRIVEWAY, FORTUNATELY. WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, IT STAYED DOWN, AND IN GEAR. IT WAS DIFFICULT TO FORCE THE CAR OUT OF GEAR. I WAS THEN ABLE TO MANUALLY LIFT THE PEDAL, AND PUMP IT SOFTLY TO MAKE IT STAY UP. THIS HAS NOT HAPPENED SINCE. IT IS A HYDRAULIC CLUTCH' NO LEAKS, AND CLUTCH REPLACED 2 YEARS AGO. THE CAR HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED WITH ONLY 55K MILES ON IT. LOOKING ON THE INTERNET I SEE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM, AND VERY UNSAFE IF YOU ARE DRIVING AND CAN'T GET IT OUT OF GEAR.
2014-10-17
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-17
- VIN: JN1AZ36A44T
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH CAUSING THE CAR TO PERIODICALLY NOT START. A MECHANIC MADE A PREVIOUS DIAGNOSIS BUT SAID THERE WERE NO SAFETY CONCERNS. THE CAR EVENTUALLY WOULD START ALL, REQUIRING DOWNTIME FOR REPAIR. SOMETIMES AFTER SITTING OVER NIGHT AND SOMETIMES AFTER SEVERAL ERRANDS THE CAR WON'T START BUT NEVER THIS SUDDEN STALL. TODAY, THE CAR STALLED WHILE I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN. IT WAS A TWO LANE MOUNTAIN ROAD. CARS WERE ABLE TO GET AROUND ME WITHOUT INCIDENT AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST BACKWARDS TO A PLACE OF SAFETY. I LET THE CAR SIT FOR ABOUT 10 MIN. WHICH IS MY USUALLY WHAT I DO WHEN IT WON'T START. PUT IT IN NEUTRAL AFTER RELEASING THE LOCKED GEAR SHIFT, WITH FOOT ON THE BREAK, STARTED THE CAR. I AM THANKFUL THAT I HADN'T YET MERGED ONTO THE FREEWAY. *TR
2014-07-30
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-23
- VIN: JN1AZ36A54T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DEALER RESET THE AIR BAG SENSOR, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT BACK TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MODULES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 111,000. JCC
2014-04-09
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-21
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ON 2004 NISSAN 350Z THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL STICK IN THE HALF OPEN HALF CLOSED POSITION. NISSAN WILL NOT HELP FIX THIS COSTLY REPAIR $2200-$3000. THE MOTORS THAT CONTROL THE TOP CALLED THE (FIFTH BOW MOTOR) WILL GO OUT WITHOUT NOTICE. NO WAY TO MANUALLY CLOSE THE TOP. MANY OTHERS ON NISSAN FORUM SITE HAVE REPORTED THIS SAME ISSUE. I PAID NISSAN TO FIX THIS PROBLEM COST ME $2800.00. NOW IT IS DOING THE SAME THING LESS THAN 3 YEARS LATER. (I CAN SUPPLY THE PART NUMBER IS NEEDED). *TR
2014-03-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-15
- VIN: JN1AZ36A14T
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG FAULT LIGHT FOR PASSENGER SEAT STAYED ON. INVESTIGATION BY NISSAN DETERMINED IT TO BE A FAULTY SENSOR. ANOTHER INCIDENT OCCURRED ON 3/05/14, WITH SAME PROBLEM. APPEARS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM AS RECALL OF 2013-2014 NISSANS. I THINK RECALL SHOULD BE EXTENDED TO INCLUDE MY 2004 Z350. *TR
2013-10-17
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-20
- VIN: JN1AZ36A84T
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING IN ORLANDO WHEN HER CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE SLIP CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND STALLED. WE HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED TO AN ORLANDO NISSAN DEALER. THEY DIAGNOSED IT AS THE CAMSHAFT AND CRANKSHAFT SENSORS AND WE HAD TO HAVE IT FIXED AT A COST OF $815.65. I RECENTLY CONTACTED NISSAN ABOUT THIS AS I SAW THERE WAS A NISSAN RECALL (NO. R2022) ON THE CAMSHAFT AND CRANKSHAFT SENSORS. HOWEVER, NISSAN INFORMED ME THAT MY CAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL AS THE RECALL WAS FOR 2003 VEHICLES. THEY STATED THE RECALL WAS VIN SPECIFIC. I BELIEVE IT SHOULD BE SYMPTOM SPECIFIC AS THE SYMPTOMS OF THE VEHICLE IN THIS INCIDENT WERE EXACTLY THE SAME AS WHAT WAS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL. *TR
2013-08-03
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-10
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE GAS GAUGE DOES NOT SHOW FULL WHEN THE TANK IS FULL. THIS IS CAUSED BY FAULTY SENSORS IN THE TWO TANKS WHICH NISSAN REFUSES TO ADMIT. I ALONG WITH HUNDREDS OF OTHERS ON ONLINE FORUMS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE AND HAVE TO SPEND MONEY OUT OF OUR POCKETS ALTHOUGH THIS IS CLEARLY A DEFECT. IT SEEMS TO BE WITH THE 2003/2004 MODELS. IT CAUSES THE DRIVERS TO NOT KNOW HOW MUCH GAS IS IN THE TANK AND AT TIMES LEAVING THEM STRANDED BECAUSE THE GAS HAS RAN OUT. *TR
2013-06-30
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-28
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR'S FUEL SENSORS WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO FILL UP THE GAS TANK COMPLETELY. IT STOPS ABOUT HALFWAY EVERY TIME. *TR
2012-10-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-01
- VIN: JN1AZ34E34T
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE WATER TEMPERATURE AND FUEL LEVEL GAUGES CONTINUOUSLY FLUCTUATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,500 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 71,755.
2012-07-26
VISIBILITY,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
- VIN: JN1AZ36A84T
- Components: VISIBILITY,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: THE DRIVERSIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR HAD TO BE REPLACED WITHIN MONTHS OF PURCHASE AFTER WINDOW BECAME STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED CAR REPLACED AT NO COST OF COURSE DUE TO IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE SAME PROBLEM HAPPENED AGAIN ON 2/19/09 AND DEALER INFORMED ME NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY MY COST TO REPLACE DRIVERSIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR $372.58. THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED AGAIN 12/09/10 DID NOT BOTHER TO GO TO DEALER MY COST TO REPLACE DRIVERSIDE POWER WINDOW MOTOR $269.58. THE DRIVERSIDE WINDOW IS AGAIN STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION AS OF 7/25/12. CAR HAS 19,831 TOTAL MILES AS OF 7/25/12 HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT, IS IN ALMOST PERFECT CONDITION, DRIVEN BY MATURE WOMAN. *TR
2012-05-21
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-01
- VIN: JN1AZ34D04T
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THOUSAND OF REPORTED CASES OF NOT BEING ABLE TO FUEL UP THE NISSAN 350Z. THE PROBLEM SOURCE IS THE FILLER NECK SHUTTER VALVE. NISSAN IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE FOR YEARS AND HAVE BEEN MAKING CUSTOMER FOOT THE $400-$500 BILL INSTEAD OF TAKING ACTION ON THE FAULTY PART. THE FAULTY SHUTTER VALVE CAUSES FUEL TO SPEW OUT WHILE FILLING THE TANK COVERING THE CAR AND OPERATOR IN FUEL. THE RISKY PART IS PEOPLE ARE CHANGING THE WAY THEY FILL TO TRY TO BYPASS THE ACTION OF THE SHUTTER VALVE BUT ALSO WORKS AGAINST THE SAFETY FEATURES OF THE GASOLINE NOZZLE CAUSING IT TO NOT SHUT OFF WHEN FUEL REACHES MAX. I PERSONALLY CANT ONLY GET 7 GALLONS IN MY CAR BEFORE IT SPRAYS OUT WHICH IS VERY ANNOYING SINCE I HAVE TO FIGHT TO ADD 7 GALLONS OF FUEL EVERYOTHER DAY. I FOUGHT WITH THIS ISSUE IN MY 2003 350Z AND MY 04. IT IS EXTREMELY COMMON AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED YEARS AGO. *TT
2012-03-22
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-30
- VIN: JN1AZ36D24M
- Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 NISSAN 350Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND ACCELERATED TO 70 MPH. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STOPPED ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
2011-11-20
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-11-05
- VIN: JN1AZ36AX4T
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE FUEL GAUGE DOESN'T ACCURATELY REFLECT THE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE IN THE FUEL TANK. EXAMPLES INCLUDE WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FILLED TO THE POINT OF OVERFLOWING, THE FUEL GAUGE RANDOMLY REPORTS, 3/4, 1/2 1/4 AND SOMETIMES EMPTY. THE FUEL GAUGE RANDOMLY REPORTS DIFFERENT FUEL LEVELS EACH TIME THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON. FURTHER RESEARCH OF THE DESCRIBED MATTER ON VARIOUS ONLINE 350Z FORUMS INDICATE THE SAME PROBLEM EXISTS FOR MANY OTHER 350Z OWNERS, WHICH INDICATES A PRODUCT DEFECT. THE FORUM THAT FOLLOWS IS ONE OF MANY EXAMPLES: HTTP://MY350Z.COM/FORUM/MAINTENANCE-AND-REPAIR/501507-FIX-FOR-GAS-GAUGE-FLUCTUATIONS-HARD-TO-FILL.HTML. *TR
2011-10-27
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-03-09
- VIN: JN1AZ34E34M
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: 2003 2004 350Z CAME WITH OUT CAMBER ADJUSTMENT WEARING FRONT TIRES INSIDE WERE YOU DONT SEE CAUSEING BLOW OUTS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THEY MAKE CAMBER KIT BUT ARE NOT BY NISSAN SO THEY WONT PAY TO GET THIS LIFE SAVING PART PUT ON I HAVE PUT ON 6 PAIRS OF FRONT TIRES IN 3 YEARS WITH NO HELP FROM NISSAN BECAUSE THEY SAY THEY DO NOT MAKE A CAMBER KIT. *TT
2011-09-21
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-01
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: MORE THAN 50 PERCENT OF 2003-2007 NISSAN'S HAVE ISSUES WITH POWER WINDOWS, EVEN HIGHER PERCENTAGE WITH THE 350Z. STILL NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ISSUED, IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE SHOULD THE DOOR BE JAMMED THE NEXT ESCAPE ROUTE WOULD BE THREW THE WINDOW. IF THE WINDOW IS NOT OPERATING THEN YOU HAVE A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM. ALSO IN THE CASE THAT THE CAR IS SUBMERGED IN WATER ALL POWER WINDOWS ARE FUNCTIONAL FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS BUT NOT IF THEY ARE CONSTANTLY GETTING STUCK. I HAVE BROUGHT MY 2004 NISSAN 350Z FOR THE SAME REPAIR OF THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW HALF A DOZEN TIMES WHILE UNDER WARRANTY. ALL THEY MADE WAS ADJUSTMENTS AND OPERATED NORMAL FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS AND THEN BACK TO THE SAME ISSUES TIME AND TIME AGAIN. IT'S ABOUT TIME THEY START REPLACING PARTS BY A RECALL PROCESS. I HOPE THIS DOES NOT FALL ON DEAF EARS. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2004 Nissan 350z recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2004 Nissan 350z.
2011-06-24
- Manufacturer: ZF SALES & SERVICE NORTH AMERICA, LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
- Summary: ZF SERVICE IS RECALL CERTAIN CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBER SX: K70358-01, SHIPPED TO WHOLESALERS AS SERVICE PARTS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, AND MARCH 8, 2011. THESE SERVICE PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2003-2006 NISSAN 350Z AND INFINITI G35 VEHICLES. THE SX: K70358-01 CLUTCH KIT CONTAINS AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC.
- Consequence: AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY ON THE INITIAL START-UP, IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FAILS TO USE THE SERVICE BRAKES WHILE THE HAND BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED. UNINTENTIONAL MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE.
- Remedy: ZF SERVICE NOTIFY WHOLESALERS TO RETURN ANY AFFECTED CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES STILL IN INVENTORY FOR FREE REPLACEMENT KITS. THIS CONDITION WILL CORRECT ITSELF AFTER THE FIRST START-UP AND USAGE OF THE CLUTCH KIT. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER IS NOT SATISFIED WITH ITS PERFORMANCE, ZF SERVICES WILL REIMBURSE THE OWNER FOR THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT CLUTCH KIT AND A REASONABLE AMOUNT FOR ITS INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ZF SERVICES AT 1-800-321-0784 EXT. 6748.
2006-05-24
- Manufacturer: CK MOTORSPORT, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
2005-12-13
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
Negative 2004 Nissan 350z car reviews
Positive 2004 Nissan 350z car reviews
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I was considering American muscle, but for reliability purposes, I opted for Japanese muscle. And I must say, I have not been disappointed. I receive compliments all the time. I even drove this car 3000 miles across the country and loved every minute of it.
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It's been such a blast driving this vehicle! I've had some close calls, but it's all part of the fun. Whenever I'm in Hemet, CA, I love taking my car for a spin on the curvy mountain roads.
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I bought my Z car brand new in mid '04, so I actually got the 2004.5 model with the softer suspension. It was my third Z car, but unfortunately, I had to trade it in due to some issues with the cops. While the interior was well put together and thought out, it was littered with cheap plastic. One downside was the very expensive insurance, and the fact that there was no cargo space at all. As a musician, this was a major issue for me, as I couldn't take anything with me. Additionally, I experienced unnecessary razzing by the cops, which even resulted in jail time. The car had some mechanical issues as well, such as bad rear bearings, leaky rear fluid, tire problems, check engine light, and two sets of brakes. When I traded it in after 3.5 years, no one wanted it, and those that did offered me only $14k, despite the fact that I had paid $40k for it.
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Although some people may complain about the limited luggage space or the fact that it can only seat two people, it's important to remember that this car was designed for driving pleasure, not hauling cargo. In my experience, nothing compares to the sheer joy of driving my Z. I've driven a Mustang GT, WRX, 3 Series (2003), A4, and even a C5 Vette, but none of them have been as enjoyable as my Z. Plus, I'm getting great gas mileage at 23+ mpg!
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I hope you're enjoying your new car as much as I have! Just a heads up, if you're not a fan of attention or have a heavy foot, this car may not be the best fit for you. It's definitely a fast ride and only seats two people, but the mileage is impressive for a sports coupe with this much power. While long trips can be a bit tiring, you can easily customize the car with bigger rims, tires, and other style touches. If you're a driving enthusiast, this car is perfect for you!
Additional sources
More sources of information about 2004 Nissan 350z problems:
2003-2004 Reliability | Nissan 350Z / 370Z Tech Forums
https://www.350z-tech.com/threads/2003-2004-reliability.52514/
Jan 1, 2007 ... With problems declining with each subsequent model year. What seems odd is that how some owners/cars seem to be more plagued than others. The ...
2004 Nissan 350Z Problems and Complaints - 7 Issues
https://repairpal.com/2004-nissan-350z/problems
Problem with your 2004 Nissan 350Z? Our list of 7 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Nissan 350z reliability? : r/cars
https://www.reddit.com/r/cars/comments/4sxg79/nissan_350z_reliability/
Jul 15, 2016 ... The 05-06 engines are most prone to develop oil burning problems, you really want to make sure you're not getting one that burns oil at an ...
Common problems in 2003, and all 350z - MY350Z.COM - Nissan ...
https://my350z.com/forum/2003-2009-nissan-350z/141650-common-problems-in-2003-and-all-350z.html
Sep 12, 2005 ... 2003-2009 Nissan 350Z - Common problems in 2003, and all 350z - Hello, I am considering purchasing a 350z used, and am doing some research ...
Common 2004 Nissan 350z Problems: Q&A on Intermittent Starting ...
https://www.justanswer.com/nissan/ce3j3-2004-350z-intermittent-starting-problem.html
May 14, 2019 ... So you need to make sure that you have no power on T46 from the relay on the white/black wire. If you do, then it's the computer not grounding ...
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Kelley Weimann 2024-09-14
I have experienced several issues with my 350z, including two transmission replacements within a span of 10,000 miles, as well as problems with the windows and stereo. Despite these challenges, I have taken proactive steps to address these issues and ensure that my vehicle is in top condition. While it has required some time in the shop, I am confident in the measures taken to maintain the quality of my z.
Giuseppe Glover 2024-09-05
I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to share my experience with my Z, which I purchased brand new in March of 2003 from the wonderful team at Thompson Nissan in Doylestown, PA. While the service at the dealership is top-notch, I have noticed an issue with excess road noise that has made driving my Z less enjoyable than I had hoped. It seems that this is a common issue among 2003 Z owners, as many have shared similar experiences. Have you had any similar issues with your Z?